Key 2 Fitness
Santa Barbara, California
(60)
Santa Barbara, California
(60)
60 customer reviews
Jim A.
Excellent gym with a wide range of equipment and clean, cool facilities. I can't believe how many gyms try to cheap out in summer with no AC and no fans. This place doesn't skimp on either, so you can push yourself harder in your workout.I was only in town for a month this time, but the management was very accommodating with easy sign up and close out. The customers seem to be serious with many using trainers. The equipment looks well maintained and the facilities are very clean. Fresh towels, great WiFi and some large screen TVs to keep you entertained and/or informed during workouts. What more could you ask for?I'll definitely sign up again when I return to Santa Barbara! More...
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Tiffany L.
This gym is super awesome. Â It's small but has everything you need for a great work out. It's well maintained and very very clean. Â Most of the times I've been there (9:30 PM onwards) there are only 4-5 other people working out in the gym and everyone is very respectful of each other and the equipment. Â Love the community and the feel of the gym. Â Brian (manager ) was very nice in helping me set up a month to month membership via email and everything is very clear-cut, no hidden fees/surcharge. Â Only con is that I was a student and I couldn't stay in SB for long! If I move back, definitely my go-to gym. More...
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Shannon R.
Went to this gym on a weekly pass while I was in town visiting and it more than met my needs. Booking a weekly pass was simple and convenient (you pay online and get emailed a keycode). It's also convenient that this place is open 24 hours, so you can go anytime. I went there in the morning from about 6-7:30 am and it wasn't dead but it wasn't packed either. I went in the evening once from about 8-9 pm and it also wasn't super crowded. There are two power racks as well as one deadlift platform and two dedicated bench press set-ups (one incline, one not). There are your basic machines like leg press and leg extension and cardio machines, a few cable machines, mats, bands, kettlebells, and tons of dumbbells. I never had to wait for equipment and the place seemed clean overall. My only complaint is that it's a little warm in there! I'm not sure if they have/use air conditioner, but there didn't seem to be one during my visits. I wish I had a gym like this back home! More...
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Jenna B.
This gym has everything you need to work out at the perfect price. Other gyms I've been a member of I've had to fight for the machines, but everything is usually pretty open, and if it's not everyone is very respectful of time spent on each machine. Also when I sent an email inquiry I received a response from the owner himself, who seems to genuinely care about the customer's fitness. Huge pro also is the 24 hour access! If I'm feeling self-conscious I can go at any off time at night ;) More...
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Rushiraj N.
Pros:24 Hours Personalized AccessTowel ServiceHelpful and welcoming staff and trainersClean Showers / Bathrooms - (with Shampoo + Conditioners)Limited wait time to use machines even during prime timeSquat RacksStep climberMultiple running machines (treadmills)Cons: Comparatiovely small - though it has almost every equipment you'll ever need for a great workout.Can't think of anything else!
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Alec Southgate
well of course I recommend key 2 fitness, good location, and not grungy like 24 hour fitness ! thanks Brian.
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Gary W. Niro
Great location, flexible hours, good equipment and low key.
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Jen Lee
Very clean and quiet. Helpful staff.
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Michele D.
I was in town for 8 days and wanted a place to get my workouts in. When I emails some of the big box gyms, I got an average quote of 50. 00 for a 7 day pass. WTF. The gym I used to belong to didn't event cost close to that for a month's membership! I looked on Yelp to see what I could find with small business owner locations. That's when I found reviews mentioning the option to buy an online pass for K2F. I purchased a pass online, received a door code via email and visited the gym that night. Everything I needed I found here, as well as something I never see when I visit gyms: a deadlift jack! They keep the place really clean and I love the brick walls. I am not sure but I think I spied a hip thruster platform as well. If it was, major plus to these guys. I do wish there was a little more of a kettlebell selection, but it's not a deal breaker. There isn't a locker room but there are 3 large bathrooms and each one has a shower in it. The gym also provides towels if you need them. I love that they are dog friendly (some members came in with a dog and an employee set up a small pen near the door) and provide doggy treats to them. Huge points. If I lived here, there isn't a doubt I would join. I like the variety of equipment, it's clean and the members seem nice. I'm really happy I found this place. More...
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Ramon G
Love this gym. I like to work out late and most gyms that are this nice close early, it's clean everything work and if something breaks it gets taken care of fast. The private showers are great and best of all I don't have to bring a gym towel!! More...
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Edward M. Green
I used the weights and everything was great. They also had lots of cardio machines that seemed to work fine but I didn’t use any.
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Amber Paresa
intimate feel but has everything you need. Trainer Kelly Moore is awesome.
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Kale Buchanan
Awesome gym. Quick service and has everything. Thank you
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Jes Barraza
I absolutely love this gym. No frill, no fuss, just an easy workout surrounded by amazing and talented trainers. The gym is kept clean and the people stay pumped! Ok, that was cheesy. But seriously, I recommend this gym to anyone and everyone! More...
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Roi B.
Yelp is always right!I looked for simple gym whit out all the bullshit Fee, contract, etc...I check for new gym and the reviews here is greet I go and check it out first is took me long time to get answers But I am not give up because I am really won this place After few the owners contact and i go to see it Is little bit hidden on st street I go there and in 7 min I be out whit my new member gymNo contact No bady try rip you off Very simple & fastMount to mount You have evrething there No to many people Very nice owner The best gym in Santa Barbara !!!Trust me this your next  gym
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Devin I.
Decided to finally get up and start working out, so I checked yelp and I found that this place was offering a deal so I said why not. ..This place is awesome, the equipment is in good condition and the staff is very helpful. Definitely going to try and use my membership to its fullest and definitely the top gym that I have been to in SB More...
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Nick P.
There is no question, this is the best gym in town! The staff is kind, the facility is clean, and the ambiance is great. They offer complimentary wifi! The gym is located in a building with a second floor loft, where the first floor is for cardio and intense weight lifting and the second is more for relaxing workouts. They offer fitness classes and personal trainers. Al around, I love this place especially because it is open 24 hours. I recommend all to stop on by and give this place a try! More...
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Jenna H.
I LOVE Key 2 Fitness. We've been going here for 2 years now, and I can't say enough good about it. Nice, clean, and fun atomosphere. Everyone gets along and the staff is great and very accommodating. Robin is the bomb! We're moving from SB and leaving this gym is one of the hardest parts! Keep up the great work Key 2 Fitness! More...
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Euge K.
Came here on a trial day pass because I live in Los Angeles. Â This gym has the necessities. Â Really nice staff. Some equipment is dated, but hey. .. it's still just as heavy so Shut up! Â Sorry. Had a great workout here while waiting for my sister who was at a wedding I wasn't invited to. More...
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Dennis T.
Great gym, nice setup with guest passes - you purchase one on their website and get a door code by email. Great location, lots of freeweight equipment and machines - I could do swuats and deadlift without any issues. Great personal service. I forgot my shoes at the gym and the manager was so kind to send them back to me to Europe. Highly recommended. More...
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Rob T.
excellent find, thanks, Yelp! ! Â This venue is within walking distance of my hotel and open 24 hours. I purchased a day pass online and was granted access via a keycode. The venue is one of the cleanest gyms ever encountered, the late night team member was non-stop tending to gym tasks. The gym is completely equipped for my workouts (cardio, core, some lifting). If Key2Fitness opens a branch in my hometown I would not hesitate to join. More...
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Abel G.
Great gym with semi dated equipment but lots of open area to be able to get your workout in. Free weights and great balcony area with a cardio rower and standard treadmill gear.
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Sophia B.
Favorite gym in town! LOVE the Rogue weights they have!
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T W.
Great equipment (generally Rogue or other top brands), to include a nice variety (battle ropes, lifting platform, bumper plates, bands, TRX, kettlebells, etc. ). Â The owner is super nice. Â Only caveat, would love to see heavier kettlebells. More...
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Andrew A.
Great place for gym membership. Centrally located on State St near the 101 with convenient parking. Open 24/7. Fellow gym goers have all been super friendly and respectful.
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Victor S.
One of the most comfortable places I've been to work out, very clean, very organize, friendly staff, easy access, lots of parking. I highly recommend this place.
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Cassie C.
Great gym! Clean, amazing trainers, good location, great equipment...Personally, I workout with Wes and I can't say enough good things about him but I've seen other ones in action and they all seem great!
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Wesley W.
Awesome gym, great trainers, and clean! The best weight room in Santa Barbara, plenty of space and machines for every type of fitness goal!
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Nick A.
I love Key2Fitness! As an SB native, I've tried pretty much every gym in town, but it was nice to find one that has everything I need, and nothing I don't. I like that it has a balance of free weights and machines, but the emphasis is on free weights and other equipment like kettle bells, TRX, etc. They have just about 1-2 of everything, and I don't find myself ever saying "I wish they had...". Everything you need in a smaller, cleaner, more "intense" environment. This is a gym for people who are serious about working out and know what they're doing. Staff is friendly, and I like the vibe. Really nice to have private bathrooms/shower rooms too! Always clean, and very rarely have to wait for one. It's really nice to have your own key too so you can literally go 24/7. Two thumbs up!! More...
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Alan K.
Clean professional always enjoyable to visit a world-class place to exercise! They have great Internet clean bathrooms hot towels never crowded wouldn't think of going anywhere else!
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Fred H.
Just moved to Santa Barbara and kind of stumbled on this place. The gym staff is easy to deal with and the facility is clean and well maintained. Â I wasn't looking for a big gym with a scene and this works well for me.... very happy to have found it. More...
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Sam W.
A gym where everybody is putting in work and giving it their all regardless of their fitness level. I train at Key with Kelly and I don't have a full time membership there, but if I had time to be in the gym without a trainer, I would want to join. It is always clean and organized, the trainers are all friendly and so are most of the people. The showers are convenient and my things are always 100% safe in the cubbies. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 is because sometimes things can get crowded if it is a peak hour and because everyone is serious about training machines or racks can be used by one person for 30 min at a time. However, it is available 24 hours/day so maybe just go when it's not so crowded! More...
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Sandi Enriquez
Best gym around. Always open, friendly helpful trainers and very clean!
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Dennis T.
Been a member with K2F a little under 6 months about now. 2nd year here in Santa Barbara, tried 24HF, Spectrum and Fishers. 24 was just a mess, dirty and unpleasant. Spectrum is a nice facility but if you don't fit the appropriate age group and attire at the time of day, you won't be acknowledged with a warm welcome. Fishers was a great gym, has everything a power lifter wants but I'm a pretty needy and clean person so I needed a more "uppity" facility. K2F is no doubt the best gym in Santa Barbara with the best staff, equipment and peers around you. Robin is an excellent go to gym buddy that is in there day on out working her ass off, she makes it a comfortable and affordable gym to train at, whatever needs or issues you have, she will sort and take care of it for you no questions asked. Other than that, the trainers here know what their doing. Nick is an excellent mentor. Therefore if you need a clean, organized gym which has all of your needs, this is the spot. Carry on and get chiseled. No pun intended. More...
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Christopher H.
Admittedly, I've only been working out here for the last couple of weeks, but I'm liking it so far. It's pretty busy there, even at 6:30am, but I'm just waiting for the 'resolutionaries' to remember why didn't exercise last year and free up some space. Whenever I've gone in the evenings there's always someone going around and scrubbing the entire place clean. More...
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Emily J.
Absolutely love this gym!Having spent a lot of time both training and working in gyms, I can say with complete confidence that Key 2 Fitness is by far the best gym in Santa Barbara! Â Key 2 Fitness is the real MVP: cleanliness, quality of equipment, friendly members, 24/7 access...this gym has it all! Â The best part of the gym by far is the cleanliness. Â I have visited this gym as early as 5am and as late as 2am and everywhere in between and every single time it is immaculate. Â Other members actually wipe down the equipment after each use. Â The bathrooms and showers are continually clean and dry. Â The variety of equipment is also impressive, from free weights, TRX and traditional squat racks/bench presses/machines. Â I've never seen this place packed, and everyone is always respectful and friendly when using equipment.If you want a full access gym without the intimidation or insane enrollment prices, come to Key 2 Fitness. Â I cannot recommend it any higher. More...
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David P.
Despite being a bit hard to find, particularly if you park in the REI lot (walk around the buildings towards State Street, past the Mexican restaurant, then left down a corridor, Key2Fitness is worth it. Â All the machines you need, including a Concept II rower and two old style stair masters (with the actual stairs), all clean and in excellent condition. Â Plenty of free weights and much room between everything. More...
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Deanna C.
best gym in town. i get to workout and not feel rushed whenever i work on the squat racks. I have a trainer named Shadoe (yes I am for real) and he's one of the best trainers, along with other awesome trainers that the gym offers. Very clean, very organized and it feels like your own home gym. 10/10! More...
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Mitchel H.
Love this gym!In Santa Barbara for work and had a 90 minute window to fit in a workout. Â Discovered Key 2 Fitness on Yelp and had a fantastic workout! Day passes are cheap and on the honor system...you just walk in and start working out! Â No droll sales pitch to sit through.The facility is great. Â Excellent selection of equipment and it's all very clean and fully functional. Â They have everything you need, whether you're a serious lifter or a soccer mom. Â Space is bright and well ventilated with plenty of areas where you can do your own thing. Â Instaed of locker rooms, there are spacious full bathrooms, complete with showers, towels and products.Fantastic place for out-of-towners needing a workout, and would probalby be my regular gym if I were a local. More...
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David G.
This is exactly the gym I was looking for. I've tried both Spectrum and 24 Hour Fitness. Neither have the right equipment for someone that knows their way around a gym and wants to do more than just stand on an elliptical for 20 minutes a day. I've been powerlifting and advanced lifting for years, and finally I've found a gym in downtown Santa Barbara that has all the right equipment. Plus, the facility is clean and organized. Memberships are fairly reasonably priced and there is no commitment or cancellation fee (big plus!). More...
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Brandon A.
As someone who has tried just about every gym in Santa Barbara (Spectrum, 24 hour, Ac4, Fisher) I think that Key 2 Fitness is the best value in the area. For right around $45 per month you get 24 hour access to a nice sized training gym, fully equipped with TRX, Free Weights and plenty of machines/ squat racks.I've been at 9am on a weekend and 10 am on weekdays and its never over crowded. Â Clean and has an excellent location.What I like the best is that the members seem as if they are part of the staff. Â Everyone takes pride in the appearance of the gym and makes sure to rack their weights and keep bathrooms and floor clean.Well done More...
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Veronica A.
I love this gym! Key 2 Fitness is sparkling clean, just the perfect amount of space for a small gym. There is always plenty of space for everyone. The vibe is good! Everyone takes care of the machines, for the most part cleans up after themselves and you always see friendly faces to make you feel welcomed. I can do my thing and get out feeling well taken care of at Key 2 Fitness. I think they are doing an amazing job trying to serve their members, I have no complaints and I really love going to this gym! Thank you! More...
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Wesley Wilson
Great facility, with a great price:-)
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Leo Q.
I have tried Spectrum, 24hr Fitness and the local YMCA in search of the perfect gym for me. None of these places were a good fit for various reasons; too many people, inconvenient parking, price, etc.Then a buddy told me about Key 2 Fitness, this place is open 24hrs a day, has very little traffic, easy parking, private showers, and awesome equipment.I have been a loyal member for 6 months now and I can honestly say I found my gym. More...
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Nick C.
Just started going as I am only in town for a month, but wish I could go longer and will definitely use anytime I am back in town. A true hidden gem in the fitness community of Santa Barbara. Smaller than some gyms but still very spacious because it is never crowded, with a friendly atmosphere. Has everything you really need for a good workout, and offers some classes free for members too. Has a ton of TRX machines, great ab equipment, a nice room for legs, as well as your standard dumbbells and cable machines. Being open 24 hours is a huge plus also. The rates are great, especially with no contracts. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a new gym! More...
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Jes B.
I grew up dancing and knew nothing about weight training, so needless to say the gym intimidated me. Brian, the owner, assured me that he can pair me up with someone who can simply show me how the machines work and do some demo exercises. The trainer who he paired me up with was super nice and helpful. She wasn't trying to sell me her personal training package, however, I did end up signing up with her. I have been training with her for the past 2 years and love it. I can go to the gym on my own and push myself, but I like keeping a personal trainer to continue to learn new exercises (and she keeps me motivated).I haven't been this fit ever. Joining Key2Fitness changed me. I highly recommend this easy going to gym to anyone. More...
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Patrick D.
This place is great, open 24 hours and a ton of free weights. I've tried every gym in Santa Barbara and this one is my favorite. Decent variety of cardio equipment too. I wish they had olympic lifting equipment but it's otherwise really solid. More...
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Alisa Wilcox
Just discovered that Key now offers free classes for members! Awesome! :-)
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Abraham Elizondo
Best gym in Santa Barbara hands down!
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Carp G.
I've been here for a few months and really like this gym. It's got good cardio equipment, good weight training stuff, and its clean and comfortable. The only reason I don't give it a 5th star is because when there is a class there (eg bootycamp), it often takes up a large part of the gym and im stuck not being able to use the machines or space i want to. usually im able to get in and get out with no wait or issues, though. i like going here. More...
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